Noem Announces Freeze on Grants to Non-Profit Organizations Operating Outside Government Control

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced the department will freeze grants to non-governmental organizations operating outside of government control, citing a lack of accountability and potential misuse of funds. The decision aims to ensure that all grant recipients are subject to oversight and compliance with federal regulations. Nonprofits not adhering to these standards may face loss of funding, according to the announcement. The move is seen as an effort to strengthen homeland security by promoting transparency and accountability in non-profit organizations receiving government grants.